About HS Code 030272
This HS code covers the international trade of whole, fresh or chilled catfish, encompassing various genera like Pangasius, Silurus, Clarias, and Ictalurus. Catfish is a globally significant aquaculture product, particularly popular in Asian, North American, and European cuisines due to its mild flavor and versatility. Major exporters include countries with extensive aquaculture industries, such as Vietnam for Pangasius (often marketed as Basa or Swai) and the United States for Channel Catfish. Importers range from large retail chains and food service distributors to ethnic markets. Key considerations in this trade involve maintaining the cold chain to ensure freshness, adherence to food safety standards, and navigating potential anti-dumping duties or import restrictions, especially for high-volume farmed species. The trade emphasizes rapid transport from farm to market to preserve quality.
Products Under This Code
Whole fresh Pangasius, Chilled Ictalurus catfish, Fresh Silurus catfish, Chilled Clarias catfish, Farm-raised fresh catfish, Wild-caught fresh catfish
Real World Examples
Vietnamese Basa (Pangasius hypophthalmus), Channel Catfish (Ictalurus punctatus), Wels Catfish (Silurus glanis), African Sharptooth Catfish (Clarias gariepinus)
Common Misclassification
This code is often confused with 0304 (fillets of catfish) or 0303 (frozen whole catfish), as the processing state (whole, fresh/chilled) is critical for accurate classification.
Products Classified Under 0302.72
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Vietnam is a dominant exporter of Pangasius, while the US and EU are significant importers of various catfish species for consumption.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 030272?
HS code 030272 covers: Fish; fresh or chilled, catfish (Pangasius spp., Silurus spp., Clarias spp., Ictalurus spp.), excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99. This HS code covers the international trade of whole, fresh or chilled catfish, encompassing various genera like Pangasius, Silurus, Clarias, and Ictalurus. Catfish is a globally significant aquaculture product, particularly popular in Asian, North American, and European cuisines due to its mild flavor and versatility. Major exporters include countries with extensive aquaculture industries, such as Vietnam for Pangasius (often marketed as Basa or Swai) and the United States for Channel Catfish. Importers range from large retail chains and food service distributors to ethnic markets. Key considerations in this trade involve maintaining the cold chain to ensure freshness, adherence to food safety standards, and navigating potential anti-dumping duties or import restrictions, especially for high-volume farmed species. The trade emphasizes rapid transport from farm to market to preserve quality.
What products fall under HS code 030272?
Whole fresh Pangasius, Chilled Ictalurus catfish, Fresh Silurus catfish, Chilled Clarias catfish, Farm-raised fresh catfish, Wild-caught fresh catfish
What are common misclassifications for HS code 030272?
This code is often confused with 0304 (fillets of catfish) or 0303 (frozen whole catfish), as the processing state (whole, fresh/chilled) is critical for accurate classification.
How is HS code 030272 structured?
HS code 030272 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (03) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (72) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.